Employee Relations Advisor
Permanent and FTC
£39,465
London
Hybrid working- x1 day in the office
Great company benefits
Oakleaf Partnership are working with a Not for Profit organisation who are seeking an Employee Relations Advisor to join and support an established ER team. Each Advisor will look after a particular business division of the organisation and will play a critical role in fostering positive employee relations. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation that are passionate about their people and have ambitious plans for growth.
What is the role?
As an Employee Relations Advisor, you will play a critical role in fostering positive employee relations, ensuring fair treatment, and promoting a healthy workplace culture. You will act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, providing guidance on a variety of employee relations matters, from conflict resolution and disciplinary issues to policy interpretation and workplace best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide expert advice to managers and employees on a wide range of employee relations issues, including grievances, disciplinary actions, performance management, and absence management.
* Conduct investigations into workplace disputes and ensure fair and consistent outcomes.
* Mediate and resolve conflicts in a professional and constructive manner.
* Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and best practices.
* Draft and update employee relations policies and procedures, ensuring they are relevant and legally compliant.
* Support change management initiatives and provide coaching to managers on handling sensitive employee relations issues.
* Work collaboratively with the HR team to create and maintain a positive, inclusive, and productive workplace environment.
Candidate profile
The successful candidate will have proven experience in an Employee Relations or HR Advisory role. You will have a strong understanding of employment law and best practice, with excellent communication skills that enable you to build rapport at all levels. You will be experience in handling complex casework, possess strong problem-solving skills and have a solution- focused approach. CIPD qualification is desirable but not essential.
